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Nokia’s iconic feature phones make a comeback

Meet the Nokia 8210 4G, Nokia 2660 Flip, and the Nokia 5710 XpressAudio

Published

July 12, 2022

MJ Jucutan

HMD Global, home of Nokia phones, presses forward in the mobile market. The company has just announced three new feature phones, most of which are hailed from iconic phones from the 90s. The feature phones also work as an alternative for those seeking to escape technology fatigue.

Nokia 8210 4G

The Nokia 8210 4G joins the ‘Originals’ family, celebrating the iconic Nokia 8210 which was launched in 1999 at Paris Fashion Week.

Its rehashed version carries its unique design and signature durability, while also bringing 4G, VoLTE capability, a large 2.8-inch display, and an intuitive user interface.

Moreover, it comes with weeks of standby battery, just like the good ol’ days. In a way, the Nokia 8210 4G revives a classic look, delivering nostalgia while maintaining quality and performance.

The Nokia 8210 4G will be available in Blue and Red colorways.

Nokia 2660 Flip

Galaxy Flip? Huawei P50 Pocket? Motorola razr? Move aside!

Nokia 2660 Flip is a homage to the flip feature phone from 2007, right before the Global Financial Crisis of the 21st century. The 2022 version revives its flip functionality and thoughtful design but also packed it with modern support like 4G and VoLTE capability.

Accessibility features are still one of its highlights. For instance, call handling is simpler since the mic and earpiece are closer to the user. The phone’s also got a big display, as well as hearing aid compatibility, stellar battery life, and big buttons which are perfect for those who need it the most.

There’s also a dedicated emergency button that allows quick contact with loved ones. When something unexpected happens, five contacts can be immediately notified.

The Nokia 2660 Flip will be available in Black.

Nokia 5710 XpressAudio

Ah, the crowd favorite is back! The Nokia 5710 XpressAudio meets 21st-century innovation, taking what fans loved about the Nokia 5310 and padding it with game-changing audio and better features.

It now has a bigger battery, dedicated audio control keys, and built-in wireless earbuds that ramp up the audio experience. When not in use, the earbuds are housed beneath a sleek slider on the back of the phone. Think of it like a charging case.

On top of that, the Nokia 5710 XpressAudio sports loud dual speakers, delivering rich bass, clear highs, and natural vocals for any music played.

The Nokia 5710 XpressAudio comes in its iconic Black/Red combination.

There are no price and availability details yet. This story will be updated when new information comes in.

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TCL expands mobile lineup with latest NXTPAPER series

3 new smartphone models featuring a paper-like viewing experience

Published

August 10, 2026

GadgetMatch

TCL has expanded its mobile lineup with the launch of the latest NXTPAPER smartphone series.

Part of the new NXTPAPER roster are the NXTPAPER 60 Ultra, NXTPAPER 70 Pro, and K70 Power 4G.

The new generation of smartphones is designed to deliver smarter, more comfortable, and more powerful mobile experiences for today’s connected lifestyle.

At the heart of the lineup is the company’s proprietary NXTPAPER technology, and award-winning display innovation.

It combines both hardware and software advancements to reduce eyestrain while preserving vivid colors and sharp picture quality. The result is a paper-like viewing experience.

Bannering the roster is the NXTPAPER 60 Ultra. It is powered by a Dimensity 7400 Elite processor and runs on Android 16.

It comes with up to 512GB of internal storage and 12GB of base RAM, plus 12GB more for expansion.

In front is an expansive 7.2-inch 120Hz FHD+ display featuring Nxtpaper 4.0 and a 32MP selfie camera, while at the back is a 50MP main camera, along with a 50MP 3X telephoto camera.

This variant houses a 5,200mAh battery with support for 33W charging.

Right under the 60 Ultra is the NXTPAPER 70 Pro. It is powered by a Dimensity 7300 processor, and comes with a 6.9-inch 120Hz FHD+ display and a 50MP main shooter.

This model has 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It has a similar 5,200mAh battery with 33W charging.

Lastly, the K70 Power 4G is a budget choice, with a Helio G100 Ultra chipset, 6.75-inch 120Hz display, 4GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 50MP main camera.

Price, availability

In the Philippines, the latest NXTPAPER smartphones are available for the following pricing:

NXTPAPER 60 Ultra: PhP 35,995
NXTPAPER 70 Pro: PhP 22,995
K70 Power 4G: PhP 9,495

All devices are available through Shopee.

Apps

Canva teams up with SB19 to turn A’TIN’s passion into creativity

Campaign lets fans access assets, editable templates, more

Published

August 8, 2026

GadgetMatch

Canva Philippines has joined forces with SB19 and Sony Music Entertainment to launch the “Kaya sa Canva” campaign.

This first-of-its-kind initiative is aimed at transforming the popular Filipino boy band’s fanbase into creators by giving them access to official design assets, exclusive templates, and powerful creative tools.

That’s of course as fans have a way of creating artwork, banners, and more outputs to honor their idols.

As such, the partnership enables the A’TIN (SB19’s fanbase) to access the Canva-exclusive SB19’s Creative Hub.

This dedicated space lets fans access assets, including SB19-inspired sticker packs, custom typography, and editable templates inspired by the group.

Fans around the world will initially have access to templates for photo-booth strips, wallpapers, posters, and videos.

The campaign will then expand with Canva-exclusive assets celebrating the group’s New Era, as well as their latest single, “Lawless”.

Meanwhile, the original song “KAYA” is accompanied with an upbeat music video, doubling as a love letter to A’TIN and a masterclass in Canva’s tools.

Every visual and animation is fan-inspired, a celebration of the creativity, passion, and dedication that’s defined in the community from day one.

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The iPhone 18 might sell out for an unexpected reason

The ongoing shortage might play a part in the phone selling out earlier than expected.

Published

August 7, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

An iPhone selling out is not news. Because of how popular the phones are, it’s within the realm of probability that Apple runs out of stock at some point. According to a new report, this year won’t be any different… but it’s for an entirely different reason.

First reported by analyst Tim Culpan, Apple is reportedly struggling to meet its demand for semiconductors for the iPhone 18 and the foldable iPhone. The ongoing memory shortage is cutting off Apple’s ability to deliver the required supply of smartphones in a timely fashion. The report even claims that TSMC, which helps produce the iPhone, is sitting on a shipment of processors, worth US$ 1 billion, that don’t have memory chips.

Now, Apple is still confident that it can weather the launch. However, if the shortage persists, the iPhone 18 generation will likely sell out much more quickly than expected.

It’s an interesting time for Apple to experience such a shortage. It’s been heavily rumored that the company will launch its very first foldable phone next month, creating a new market for the brand. Apple definitely wants this attempt to succeed after the tepid response to its last new product, the Vision Pro.